Colorado Springs, CO (July 22, 2026) — Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC picked up another three points with a hard-fought 2-0 win at home against Miami FC.
The Switchbacks came flying out of the gate from the kickoff, applying relentless pressure throughout the first half with nine shots, including three from #10 Adrien Perez, 51 final third entries compared to eight from Miami, and registering 10 touches in the opposition box. Colorado Springs controlled the tempo of the first half with a 69.1% possession rate.
Coming out for the second half tied 0-0, the breakthrough finally arrived in the 79’ when #6 Sam Williams lofted a ball from way outside the box that found #90 Khori Bennett who powered a header past Miami goalkeeper #1 Eloy Room from six yards out for what would be his first goal of the night that broke the tie and gave the Switchbacks a late 1-0 lead.
In the 90’, #17 Sadam Masereka intercepted a pass before splitting two Miami defenders to find Bennett who scored his second goal of the night and his eleventh goal this season to give the Switchbacks an insurance goal and seal a 2-0 victory.
Colorado Springs finished the match with 13 shots, six on target, 71 final third entries, and an 85% passing accuracy, while goalkeeper #22 Colin Shutler made three saves and delivered another clean sheet.
The Switchbacks will go head-to-head with the Charleston Battery on Saturday, July 25 for Christmas in July night presented by Blue Federal Credit Union. Stay tuned for more updates and coverage, and be sure to follow us on social media @switchbacksfc or visit our website for the latest news and information.
